amfori Trade Forum: Calls on All Sides to Contribute to the SDGs
The third amfori Trade Forum brought experts together to discuss sustainability in EU trade policy
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#PressForProgress: 8 Ways amfori Advances Women’s Empowerment in Supply Chains
On International Women's Day, amfori joins this global movement to reaffirm our commitment to advancing the rights of women in global supply chains.
EU-Indonesia Trade Talks: Quick Progress Is Imperative
In our latest position paper we call on the two sides to progress quickly in the negotiations to access the large untapped potential in trade relations.
amfori Welcomes 2018 Accord Continuation
We consider this a positive decision that will contribute to ensure the continuation of the work and progress made so far in building safety in the country.
Social Dialogue in the Moroccan Food Sector
In December 2017, amfori teamed up with the Marine Stewardship Council to explore responsible business practices in Casablanca.
Understanding SMEs Sourcing Models and Due Diligence
amfori participated in the OECD’s annual Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector to share our experience in supporting SMEs.
Managing Risk Along the Supply Chain
amfori launches its latest tool, Country Due Diligence, to support companies in their ongoing due diligence processes in sourcing countries.
Environmental Training Extends to India
Beginning this year off to a good start, amfori BEPI offered its first ever workshop in New Delhi to support its growing network of producers in India.
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Building on our 40 years of experience, and taking into account the current and future challenges for businesses, we have evolved to better support our members. Our new bold strategy and name will ensure we can enable organisations to enhance human prosperity, use natural resources responsibly, drive open trade globally.
EU Trade Policy: Moving Ahead in Challenging Times
FTA in collaboration with the EU Office to Hong Kong and Macao presented insights on EU trade policy and the global rise of protectionism.
BEPI Joins the Environmental Initiative of the Partnership for Sustainable Textiles
FTA signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the German Partnership for Sustainable Textiles (Textilbündnis) affirming the association’s commitment to sustainable chemical and environmental management in textile supply chains.
Injecting Fresh Momentum for Trade and Development
FTA along with 14 other organisations signed a joint letter calling on WTO members to show commitment at the upcoming 11th Ministerial Conference.
Leading Brands and Trade Associations Call on Myanmar to Respect Rights
Leading garment brands and trade associations from Europe and the US have called on the Myanmar government to respect the rights of the ethnic minority population of Rakhine State or risk further eroding business and investor confidence.
Empowering Women in the Workplace
FTA attended a UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights consultation on ways to incorporate a gender lens in the UN Guiding Principles, providing a practical business case for empowering women in supply chains.
Finding Solutions for Effective Remedy
Core to the association’s business and values, FTA participated in the 2017 UN Annual Forum on Business and Human Rights by co-organising two panel sessions on this year’s theme, the role of business in remediation.
amfori Formalises its Grievance Mechanism Procedure
To further promote transparency, FTA has streamlined this process making a grievance form and policy available on its website. Consolidated data will also be published on a quarterly basis.
Stepping up Social Performance Competences in Morocco
FTA joined a private public partnership, formalising an agreement with eight different actors from the Moroccan and Spanish government, industry associations, and the private sector to enhance social responsibility in the country.
COP23 Calls on Non-State Actors
In Bonn, there was a strong focus on sub-national and non-state parties and the role that they play in mitigating the effects of climate change. Read more about the results from this year’s conference.
Getting Ready for REACH Beyond 2018
FTA organised a seminar with leading chemical experts to address members needs in chemical management and provide new insights on the REACH regulation.
Webinar: What is your Fibre Footprint?
Wondering how design and fibre choice impacts sustainability? Join us for a webinar to learn more about the European Clothing Action Plan.
Promoting Corporate Due Diligence in Turkey
FTA held a multi-stakeholder roundtable in Oxford in an effort to enhance the human rights and security of Syrian refugees in Turkish supply chains.
FTA Gathers Regional Sustainability Leaders in Sri Lanka
In early October, FTA held the Asia Sustainability Symposium in Colombo to promote responsible business practices in Asian supply chains.
FTA Cautions Against Quick Fixes for Complex Sustainability Issues
FTA issued a joint-statement urging the EU institutions and Member States, to take measured steps when going forward on the issue of trade and sustainable development in EU preferential trade agreements.
Zero Tolerance: Eradicating Forced Labour
Read the new zero tolerance success story on forced labour and learn more about the benefits of collaborating to address critical findings in supply chains.